Supraventricular tachycardia is described as a rapid heart rate that originates in the upper heart chambers. It is important to note that the electrical signals in the upper chambers of the heart send out signals erratically which disrupts with the electrical signals from the sinoatrial (SA) node or natural pacemaker of the heart. A series […]
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A cat allergy can add up to continuous allergy symptoms. Contact can occur at school, workplace, day care or in other enclosed environments even if there is no cat around. It is important to note that cats produce several allergens. These allergens are present on the skin, fur and saliva. Remember that all cats generate
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Mitral valve prolapse is an ailment where 2 valve flaps of the mitral valve do not seal efficiently or evenly, but protrude upward into the left atrium. Once the heart pumps or contracts, a part of one or both flaps collapse backwards into the left atrium. In some instances, the prolapsed valve allows the leakage
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Peripheral artery disease involves constriction of the peripheral arteries to the stomach, legs, arms and head. Generally, the arteries in the legs are typically affected. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTbIazck7rk The usual indications of peripheral artery disease involving the lower extremities include pain, cramping or tiredness in the leg or hip muscles while climbing stairs or walking. Generally, the
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Cardiomyopathy involves the heart muscle where it is enlarged, rigid or thickened. In rare instances, the heart muscle tissue is replaced with scar tissue. Once the condition becomes worse, the heart weakens and less likely to pump sufficient blood throughout the body and maintain a normal electrical rhythm. This can result to heart failure or
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